Postdoctoral Associate in Biogeochemistry

Performs or supervises research on assigned projects. Coordinates project activities and reports on progress. Writes articles for publication. Prepares research and presents to applicable parties as needed. Compiles data for funding proposals. Trains and mentors subordinate research associates and undergraduate students. Assists with the writing of funding proposals.

The University of Florida's Department of Geological Sciences invites applications for a highly motivated, results-oriented postdoctoral researcher to join an interdisciplinary research team investigating biogeochemical processes across various water environments, including, surface water, groundwater, and coastal seawater.

This role involves a mix of field, laboratory, and experimental work. The successful candidate will conduct field sampling, perform follow-up aquatic chemistry analyses, and integrate microfluidic experiments that simulate biogeochemical processes.

The research will also involve handling microbial cells (in vitro) and conducting gene-level analyses (e.g., PCR and sequencing). Prior experience with microfluidics or microbiology is not required, though it will be highly regarded.

We are committed to fostering professional growth and preparing our team members for successful careers in academia and industry. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Primary responsibilities:

• Perform hydrogeochemical field sampling and subsequent laboratory processing.
• Manage and maintain aquatic chemistry and microfluidics laboratories.
• Design and conduct microfluidic experiments to investigate biogeochemical processes.
• Publish research in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Contribute to proposal development and grant applications.
• Mentor and train students in laboratory techniques and analyses.

UF is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked 6th in the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2023 rankings), and 1st among public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

- Experience with microfluidic and lab-on-a-chip system development and applications.

• Experience with in vitro cell handling in microsystems.

• Experience with gene-level analyses, such as PCR and sequencing.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on at the top of this posting. A complete application includes:

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

This is a time-limited position.